Business Administration Degree

The business administration program at University of Maine at Augusta prepares students for careers in education, government, private business and retail. The program focuses on planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the functions and processes of a firm or organization. Program courses include: management theory, humor resources management and behavior, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making. Get more details below including other Maine colleges that offer business administration degrees.

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University of Maine at Augusta (UMA)

286 River Rd, Arundel, ME

University of Maine at Augusta, a public institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Augusta, ME, the school resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Enrollment at UMA exceeds five thousand yearly.

Areas of study available at UMA include:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Science Technology

The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be needed for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at uma.edu.

The tuition at University of Maine at Augusta varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $8,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students may visit the school's www.uma.edu/ to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Business Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine at Augusta has offered the following programs for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Chief Executives

Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chief executives employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.2% from 2014 to 2024

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, general and operations managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.1% from 2014 to 2024

Sales Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.1% from 2014 to 2024

Administrative Services Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, facilities planning and maintenance, custodial operations, and other office support services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, administrative services managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).